Carriers

At this point we can often take for granted just how great mobile carriers are. But if you're trying to troubleshoot an issue, considering a carrier switch, or want to make sure you have the right plan, we have you covered.

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MVNOs aren't just cheap—here's 3 things they do better than cellular carriers

Saving money is nice, but that's not all you'll get.

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Rethinking wireless value in 2026: Inside T-Mobile’s Better Value plan

This article is sponsored by T-Mobile

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This $27 ESP32 kit lets you send texts without Wi-Fi or cell service

This might be your key to off-grid communication freedom.

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Spectrum's new router has a 5G backup and 8-hour battery

Power outage? Someone dug up a fiber optic cable again? No problem.

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4 things I wish someone had told me before I switched to an MVNO

Still, I have no regrets.

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How to prepare for the next big mobile outage

Can you hear me now? Hello?

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These 10 massive outages prove just how easily the internet can go dark

A single typo, a routine maintenance error, or a targeted attack can plunge millions into darkness.

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Verizon will give you $20 for the outage, but you have to claim it now

Hurry and redeem what you're owed.

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Verizon is having a nationwide outage, but AT&T and T-Mobile are still working

You're not alone.

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Your T-Mobile plan could be increasing in price

One of T-Mobile's nonsense fees is increasing.

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T-Mobile's new 'Better Value' unlimited plan has some catches

T-Mobile has a new plan with big perks and bigger catches.

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Wait, did my smartwatch just replace my phone?

What even is a phone anymore?

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You only need a ZIP code to sign up for this new carrier

Forget credit checks and paperwork.

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Setting up an LTE smartwatch was more trouble than I thought

It all depends on your carrier.

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T-Mobile is removing this free perk from some plans

Your free Apple TV perk will soon come at a cost

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T-Mobile makes 911 emergency texting free and brings it to AT&T and Verizon

An essential safety feature available for everyone.

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T-Mobile Just Made Paying Your Bill More Difficult

More robots, fewer people.

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Verizon Now Has a Cheaper Option for 5G Home Internet

More competitive with legacy DSL and satellite plans.

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Google Fi Is Bringing Full RCS Support and Voicemails to the Web

Big upgrades for anyone using Google Messages in a web browser, too.

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Want to Save Money on Streaming? Try This

Get more from the services you already have.

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